Student Handbook - Sweet Briar College

By way of example and without limiting the foregoing, all public spaces,
including student residences; academic, athletic, and social facilities;
athletic fields; and the riding center are weapons-free areas.
A “weapon” is here defined as any pistol, revolver, rifle, shotgun, bow, or
other device designed or intended to propel a missile of any kind; or any
switchblade knife, ballistic knife, sword or other bladed weapon or spear.
Special Provisions:
Weapon Storage: Students and guests arriving on campus with weapons must
proceed immediately to the Department of Safety where they may securely
store these weapons for the duration their stays on campus.
Hunting: Hunting is allowed on campus only during strictly limited times with
a College-issued permit. Hunters with these permits may use firearms and
hunting bows in designated zones adhering to the restrictions of the permit.
Non-Residential Student Information
Non-Residential Students are important members of the community and are
encouraged to take advantage of all the resources and opportunities at the
College. The Non-Residential Student Lounge is located on the lower level of
Dew Hall and is available for studying and relaxing. A kitchen is easily
accessible as well. Keys may be obtained from the Office of Co-Curricular Life
on the second floor of Prothro Hall. Wayne Stark, Senior Director of Career
Services serves as a primary resource and contact assisting with connections to
College resources and to other non-residential students. His office is on the
second floor of Prothro, ext. 6463.
Meals may be purchased at the College meal rate at the front desk in the Prothro
Atrium.
Vehicles should be registered in the Campus Safety office; the cost is $100 per
year. The Elijah, Guion, and Meta Glass parking lots are available for use.
Non-Residential Students may also use the Guest House for overnight stays
during the week. For the minimal fee of $15.00, students can get clean towels,
fresh linens, and a comfortable place to spend the evening. Please visit the front
desk of the Elston Inn to pay the fee and pick up the towels and bedding. Please
note: the Inn closes at 11p.m. each evening and re-opens at 7 a.m.
First Year and Sophomore Student Programs
Robyn Sanderson, Assistant Dean for First Year and Sophomore Student
Programs, leads a comprehensive program of personal engagement and support
to first and second year students’ that is co-curricular in philosophy. She works
closely with class officers and in collaboration with a number of College staff to
create an environment at Sweet Briar that contributes to the quality of students'
experiences as first years and sophomores, including their transitions to the
following class years. She can be reached on the second floor of Prothro Hall, by
calling 434.381.6134 or via email rsanderson@sbc.edu.
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